Mortgages
![The sale of a home is a complex transaction with a lot of money at stake. If you don’t have a law degree, you might find it difficult to understand the legal concepts in your purchase contract or closing documents. The answer? Expert advice from a real estate attorney.]()
When do you need a real estate attorney?Here’s everything you need to know about real estate attorneys, how much they charge, and how to find one.By Lindsay Frankel
Investing
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![July marked another month of gains in a year that’s, so far, proving wrong those calling for an imminent economic slowdown — and even Federal Reserve policymakers are no longer forecasting a recession.]()
July marked another month of gains in a year that’s, so far, proving wrong those calling for an... -
![Annuities combine benefits of both insurance and investments, and they’re designed to complement your broader retirement strategy.]()
Annuity sales totaled $182.7 billion in the first half of 2023, marking the highest-ever sales... -
![Just as analysts predicted, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by another quarter point on July 26, bringing the benchmark borrowing rate to 5.25%-5.5% — its highest level in 22 years.]()
Just as analysts predicted, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by another quarter point on... -
![A simple fixed annuity is nothing more than a stream of payments based on the interest rate at the time that the annuity was purchased.]()
A simple fixed annuity is nothing more than a stream of payments based on the interest rate at... -
![Commercial paper is unsecured, short-term debt corporations issue to fund short- to middle-term obligations like payroll and seasonal inventory. It’s issued with a fixed interest rate and a maturity date ranging anywhere from several days to 270 days, with an average duration of 30 days.]()
Large banks and corporations sometimes issue a type of debt called commercial paper to raise... -
![A bond ladder is a series of bonds that mature at different times; as one comes due, the principal is reinvested into a bond with a longer maturity. Over time, the varying maturity dates, interest rates, and credit ratings help you reduce risk.]()
If you own a single bond, you receive a steady flow of interest payments until the bond matures,... -
![If you’re looking for the easiest way to make money in one move, look no further than a high-yield savings account.]()
If you’re looking for the easiest way to make money in one move, look no further than a... -
![If you’re looking for a simple way to grow your brokerage or retirement account, you might consider exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and index funds. These products bundle baskets of individual securities into a single investment that aims to replicate the performance of an underlying index.]()
If you’re looking for a simple way to grow your brokerage or retirement account, you might...
Banking
![The best 1-year CD rates are topping 5.00% APY (annual percentage yield), so now might be a good time to put your money in a high-yield CD.]()
Best 1-year CD rates for August 2023The best 1-year CD rates are topping 5.00% APY (annual percentage yield), so now might be a good time to put your money in a high-yield CD.By Jean Folger
Loans
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![VA loans are a special type of mortgage loan only available to military service members, veterans, and their spouses.]()
VA loans are a special type of mortgage loan only available to military service members,... -
![Find out how you can get the best home equity loan rates available.]()
Are you considering using a home equity loan for cash? Here’s what the best home equity loan... -
![Are you doing everything you can to get the best personal loan rates?]()
The personal loan rates you’ll qualify for may be higher or lower than the current national... -
![There are several types of credit scores. FICO scores — or those issued by the Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) — are the most common. There are also VantageScores, which are issued by the three main credit reporting bureaus: TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax.]()
Your credit score plays a big role in your financial life. It can determine what loans you’re...
Insurance
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![What types of car insurance coverage you need varies depending on the state where you live. Here’s a rundown of the state minimum car insurance requirements.]()
Exactly what types of car insurance coverage you need varies depending on the state where you... -
![Most drivers are only required to carry a minimum coverage policy, which typically includes personal liability insurance. However, purchasing a full coverage car insurance policy provides significantly more protection.]()
Car insurance is a legal requirement in almost every state. If you own a vehicle, you must carry... -
![Car insurance is a legal requirement in most states. But if you have a history of at-fault accidents or a DUI conviction on your record, you might struggle to find coverage.]()
Car insurance is a legal requirement in most states. But if you have a history of at-fault... -
![The cost of car insurance for new drivers tends to be very expensive because young drivers lack experience on the road and are more likely to get into an accident than older drivers. Although teenagers generally pay the highest car insurance rates, there are ways to get more affordable coverage.]()
Most teenagers look forward to the day they can finally get a driver’s license. But if your teen...
Product Reviews
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![Which home security system is the best to protect your family?]()
The best home security systems offer motion detectors, doorbell cameras, entry sensors, smart... -
![USA, California, San Francisco: the Painted Ladies, Victorian and Edwardian houses and buildings repainted in three or more colors, in Steiner Street, facing Alamo Square. (Photo by: Andia/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)]()
If you want to barely lift a finger for your smart home security system, Vivint could be a great... -
![These are some of the home security products that Simplisafe offers.]()
SimpliSafe offers customizable security systems that are ideal for anyone looking for an... -
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ADT home security is a great options if you’re looking for a dependable yet modern smart home... -
![Find the right hearing aid option to suit your lifestyle.]()
As a doctor of audiology, Ruth Reisman has been prescribing and fitting hearing aids for over a... -
![A Eufy camera is an easy way to up your home security game — and this Amazon Prime Day some of our favorite options are down to their lowest prices of the year.]()
A Eufy camera is an easy way to up your home security game — and this Amazon Prime Day some of... -
![Protecting yourself and your family from identity theft is important.]()
LifeLock is the identity theft protection service from Norton, one of the largest providers of... -
![Internet security and digital privacy protection are very important in today's world.]()
IdentityForce, a service from the credit bureau TransUnion, monitors your personally identifiable...
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![The Rocketbook Core Reusable Smart Notebook is 52% off on Amazon.]()
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- These Warriors preseason games come with free bobbleheads
![A Stephen Curry (30) bobble head sits on the table near where Curry conducts an interview.]()
